House Plumbing Top Out | Everything You Need To Know
When building a new home or tackling a major remodel, you’ll hear the term “top out” from your plumbing contractor. You may also see various pipes sprouting out of floors, walls, and even through the roof before drywall goes up. This phase—often done right after framing—is crucial because it ensures the entire water, drain, vent, […]
Service Plumbing SUCKS Try This Instead
Service Plumbing SUCKS? Try This Instead If you’ve researched a career in plumbing—or are already working in the trade—you might have the impression that service plumbing is the only path. You picture driving a van all day, trudging into people’s houses, working around hair-filled drains and, let’s be honest, the occasional poop. Sound unappealing? You’re […]
Water Heater Comparison | Plumbing 101
Choosing or replacing a water heater can feel like a daunting task: there are multiple fuel types, new technologies to consider, and energy bills to factor in. In this guide, we’ll walk through the most common residential water heater options—traditional tank (gas or electric), tankless, and hybrid heat pump—so you can decide which model might […]
Solar Eclipse | What To EXPECT From Your Plumbing System
When there’s a solar eclipse on the horizon, people talk about protective eyewear, unique shadows, and the eerie midday darkness—but hardly anyone mentions what might happen with your plumbing. In a lighthearted look at the intersection of celestial events and home fixtures, Roger Wakefield offers an entertaining take on how a total solar eclipse could […]
Are Flushable Wipes ACTUALLY Flushable? Plumber Tests
“Are Flushable Wipes ACTUALLY Flushable? Plumber Tests” is a question many of us ask every time we reach for a wipe in the bathroom. With so many different “flushable” labels on the market, it’s tough to know which products truly break down like toilet paper—and which ones might jam your pipes. In his video experiment, […]
